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Fiesta Lime Chicken with Avocado

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring juicy marinated chicken paired with fresh avocado salsa, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Avocado Salsa
  • 1 piece avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (for drizzle)

Method
 

Marination
  1. In a bowl, mix lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Grill or sauté the chicken over medium heat until fully cooked and juicy.
Preparing the Salsa
  1. In another bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to create a fresh salsa.
Creamy Drizzle
  1. Mix sour cream and lime juice together until smooth.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken topped with the avocado salsa and drizzle with the cream mixture.
  2. Pair with cilantro lime rice, Mexican street corn, or a green salad.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for a few hours or overnight. Prepare avocado salsa just before serving to prevent browning.
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